[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 148 (Wednesday, September 10, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Pages S6534-S6535]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHEYENNE CHAPTER OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE 
                          AMERICAN REVOLUTION

 Ms. LUMMIS. Mr. President, as our Nation gets closer to the 
250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, it 
is essential that we acknowledge those who are playing a crucial role 
in the planning of this monumental celebration and to thank those who 
have helped guide us to this point. I am certainly looking forward to 
it, as I have very fond memories of our 200th anniversary in 1976 and 
believe the celebration next year will be an incredible showcase of our 
Nation's

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history and a tremendous spectacle for all to remember.
  The list of those who have made contributions to our Nation over the 
past 250 years is practically endless, but today I wanted to take a 
moment to thank the Daughters of the American Revolution for the work 
they have done to preserve our history and to perpetuate the memory of 
the men and women who have fought and made contributions to achieve and 
maintain freedom. Since its founding more than 135 years ago, the 
efforts of DAR and its local chapters have devoted immeasurable time 
and resources to aid our military dating back to the Spanish-American 
War, with significant contributions made during both World War I and 
World War II.
  Today, local chapters across our Nation continue to serve our 
communities by promoting and fostering civic engagement and offering 
opportunities to both promote and preserve our collective history. This 
year, my hometown chapter in Cheyenne, WY, is going to be celebrating 
their 125th anniversary, and I couldn't be more proud of this 
achievement and the work they have done.
  Founded just 10 years after Wyoming statehood, the Cheyenne chapter 
has worked in conjunction with the national organization and been 
dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Their 
work continues today. The Cheyenne chapter continues to remain active 
by supporting both those currently serving in our military and our many 
veterans in Wyoming. Their charitable efforts are felt in our local 
communities where they have made a positive impact and left a lasting 
impression. These include historic preservation awards, scholarships, 
and the recognition of local residents who have made positive 
contributions to their community through the spirit of the Daughters of 
the American Revolution.
  I want to congratulate the members of the Cheyenne Chapter on the 
momentous occasion of their 125th anniversary and thank them for all 
they do. I join everyone in Wyoming in saying how proud we are of them 
and look forward to the many wonderful things they have in store for 
next year's 250th anniversary celebration.

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